Overnight Oats with Summer Cherries
Enjoy a refreshing and nutritious start to your day with these creamy overnight oats topped with juicy summer cherries, perfect for a quick and wholesome breakfast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup fresh summer cherries, pitted and halved
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a bowl or mason jar, combine rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate the mixture overnight (at least 6 hours) to allow oats to soak and soften.
- In the morning, stir the oats and add a splash of milk if desired for a creamier consistency.
- Top with fresh pitted and halved summer cherries just before serving.
- Optionally, garnish with additional chia seeds or a sprinkle of nuts for added texture.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of cinnamon or a dollop of nut butter before refrigerating. You can also swap cherries for other seasonal fruits like berries or peaches.